The Affordable Care Act requires health insurance carriers to submit information regarding the proportion of premium spent on clinical services and quality improvement, also known as the Medical Loss Ratio (MLR). It also requires them to issue rebates to enrollees if they do not spend at least 80% or 85% of premium dollars on medical…
DetailsWHO: Employers with 50 of more FTE’s (remember, that means full-time equivalents, NOT number of full-time employees) WHAT: File forms 1094-C and 1095-C. The IRS created draft forms so you may review the information you will be required to provide 1095-C, 1094-C, draft instructions. WHEN: “There is no filing requirement for 2014; employers may file…
DetailsKaiser conference to hear about changes in health care reform and new technology. Meeting Highlights 2015 ACA Update How to Stay ERISA Compliant and avoid penalties Technology and your business Small Group Rating, Enrollment and Rates Individual and Family Plan Updates Large Group Coverage and Requirements
Details“The health insurance industry and some public policy makers oppose Proposition 45 and contend the initiative would fundamentally undermine the reforms of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Under the ACA, the state health insurance exchange has the ability to negotiate rates with insurance providers. Opponents also believe that the proposal would allow outside interest groups…
DetailsBestefits presents with Small Business Majority to discuss how Health Care Reform will affect small employers, new options available in the health care marketplace and the services that small employers should be receiving from their broker in the post-Affordable Care Act benefit world. If you missed this event, please contact Bestefits for a presentation that…
DetailsBestefits will attend the Blue Shield conference for updates on Health Care Reform, product changes and premiums for small group and individual/family plans. We will provide pertinent information to clients with Blue Shield products and those interested in Blue Shield products.
DetailsThis webcast will address how the new ‘granmothering’ law will affect your business and your renewal options. Contact us to learn more.
DetailsWebcast by Global Healthcare Resources to provide update on determining employer size and full-time employee status. Contact us to learn more.
DetailsThe jury is still out on the ROI of various wellness program strategies, measurability and time frame of results. Some studies show a reduction in the number and size of claims mainly as a result of disease management programs. While other studies show great protection against shock claims by instituting biometric screening, exercise programs and…
DetailsIt’s hard to say whether Hobby Lobby is becoming more famous or infamous as a result of the recent contraceptive decision. In addition, the political argument has been twisted in many interesting ways in the media. Although some media outlets report that Hobby Lobby will not cover contraception for it’s employees, the methods of contraception…
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